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Windfall Tax on Fuel Exports
📅 Published 22 Jul 2026 · July 2026
Windfall Tax on Fuel Exports
Government increased the windfall-related tax on diesel and ATF exports, while reducing it on petrol.
| Fuel | Earlier | Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel SAED | ₹8.5/L | ₹15.5/L |
| ATF SAED | ₹7.5/L | ₹14.5/L |
| Petrol export duty | ₹4/L | ₹2.5/L |
Effective from 16 July 2026.
Windfall tax: A tax imposed on unusually high profits arising from external circumstances such as geopolitical events.
UPSC Concept: Windfall tax → extraordinary profits → government revenue → energy-sector taxation.
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